1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |
